1972 Buick GS vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,723 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1972 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick GS weights approximately 135 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick GS. 2006 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1972 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1972 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick GS | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | GS | 911 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5723 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |